Page 2 - SPECIFICATIONS; GENERAL SAFETY RULES; Read and understand all instructions.; Failure to follow all; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; Work Area; Electrical Safety
2 SPECIFICATIONS • Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. • Specifications may differ from country to country. GENERAL SAFETY RULES USA002-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in...
Page 4 - SERVICE; SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
4 22. Use only accessories that are recom- mended by the manufacturer for yourmodel. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when usedon another tool. SERVICE 23. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or main- tenance performed by unqu...
Page 7 - Selecting action mode; Rotation with hammering
7 Selecting action mode For Model HR2445 This tool employs an action mode changing knob. Select oneof the two modes suitable for your work needs by using thisknob. For rotation only, turn the knob so that the arrow on theknob points toward the symbol on the tool body. For rota- tion with hammering, ...
Page 8 - Rotation only; Torque limiter; ASSEMBLY
8 Rotation only For drilling in wood, metal or plastic materials, depress thelock button and rotate the action mode changing knob to the symbol. Use a twist drill bit or wood bit. Torque limiter The torque limiter will actuate when a certain torque level isreached. The motor will disengage from the ...
Page 10 - Depth gauge
10 Bit angle (when chipping, scaling or demolishing) For Model HR2455 only The bit can be secured at the desired angle. To change thebit angle, depress the lock button and rotate the action modechanging knob to the O symbol. Turn the bit to the desired angle. Depress the lock button and rotate the a...
Page 11 - OPERATION; Hammer drilling operation
11 OPERATION Hammer drilling operation Set the action mode changing knob to the symbol. Position the bit at the desired location for the hole, then pullthe switch trigger. Do not force the tool. Light pressure gives best results. Keepthe tool in position and prevent it from slipping away from thehol...
Page 12 - Drilling in wood or metal; MAINTENANCE
12 Drilling in wood or metal Use the optional drill chuck assembly. When installing it, referto “Installing or removing drill bit” described on the previouspage. Set the action mode changing knob to the symbol. You can drill up to 13 mm(1/2”) diameter in metal and up to32 mm(1-1/4”) diameter in wood...
Page 13 - ACCESSORIES
13 ACCESSORIES CAUTION: • These accessories or attachments are recommended foruse with your Makita tool specified in this manual. Theuse of any other accessories or attachments mightpresent a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessoryor attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistanc...
Page 14 - Memo
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18 1. This product was purchased from: Home Center Hardware/Lumber Store Tool Distributor Industrial Supply Construction Supply Other ( ) 3. How did you learn about this product: Magazine From Dealer Newspaper Store Display Catalog Radio Exhibition From Friend Previous Usage Other ( ) 2. Use of the ...
Page 19 - FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS; RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS
19 FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS 1-800-4-MAKITA RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS ALABAMA 2365 Pelham ParkwayPelham, AL 35124 (205) 620-1791 ARIZONA 3707 E. Broadway Rd., Ste. 6 Phoenix, AZ 85040 (602) 437-2850 ARKANSAS Shackleford Shopping Center 240 South Shackleford Rd., Ste. C Little Rock, AR 72211...
Page 20 - WARNING; MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY; Warranty Policy; Makita Corporation
WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and otherconstruction activities contains chemicals known to the State of Californiato cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examplesof these chemicals are:• lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline sili...